2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1986 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 598 kg more than 1986 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lincoln Continental. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1986 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Ram | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |
